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Litchfield County, Connecticut Electricity Overview

Litchfield County is the 11th most populous county in Connecticut.

By megawatt hours sold, the largest provider in Litchfield County is Eversource Energy.

Litchfield County generates 1.27 megawatt hours of electricity per person in the county from non-renewable electricity fuel sources. They are the 6th highest county in Connecticut for non-renewable generation per capita.

Litchfield County experienced a 4.48% increase in CO2 emissions per capita throughout the previous year.

Renewable fuel usage for electricity generation has dropped by 18.27% during the course of the past 12 months in Litchfield County.

Litchfield County generates 1.79 megawatt hours per capita per year, making it the 6 highest county out of 17 counties in the state for production per capita.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,370,620 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    7.4 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    331,022 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    95,917 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    235,105 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    1.79 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    346,969,111 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    1,873.74 kg

Recent Energy News in Torrington

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Torrington Electricity Pricing Data

Average Residential Electricity Rate for February, 2024

30.33¢ per kWh

  • 14.57% higher than last month
  • 17.39% lower than February last year
  • 0.38% lower than the Connecticut average
  • 86.1% higher than the US average
  • 189th in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since February last year
  • 24,791st in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 78 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 1,042 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Rate

31.13¢ per kWh

  • 1.68% lower than last month
  • 14.15% higher than February last year
  • 0.43% higher than the Connecticut average
  • 83.8% higher than the US average
  • 190th in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 27 since February last year
  • 25,394th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 5 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 527 since February last year

Average Residential Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$195.91 per month

  • 8.09% lower than last month
  • 18.09% lower than February last year
  • 1.88% higher than the Connecticut average
  • 56.27% higher than the US average
  • 217th in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 2 since February last year
  • 26,318th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,959 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 387 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bill

$198.34 per month

  • 1.79% lower than last month
  • 4.76% higher than February last year
  • 2.75% higher than the Connecticut average
  • 49.65% higher than the US average
  • 217th in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank is the same since February last year
  • 26,643rd in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 373 since February last year

Average Commercial Electricity Rate for February, 2024

26.2¢ per kWh

  • 8.08% higher than last month
  • 20.25% lower than February last year
  • 0.26% lower than the Connecticut average
  • 92.39% higher than the US average
  • 190th in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 26 since February last year
  • 25,443rd in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 28 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 988 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Rate

26.47¢ per kWh

  • 2.05% lower than last month
  • 17.71% higher than February last year
  • 1.13% higher than the Connecticut average
  • 87.48% higher than the US average
  • 217th in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 27 since February last year
  • 25,556th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 2 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 495 since February last year

Average Commercial Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$504.68 per month

  • 5.36% higher than last month
  • 28.38% lower than February last year
  • 4.31% lower than the Connecticut average
  • 69.83% lower than the US average
  • 182nd in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 2 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 30 since February last year
  • 12,750th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 4,208 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 7,527 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Bill

$534.47 per month

  • 3.02% lower than last month
  • 4.51% lower than February last year
  • 3.2% lower than the Connecticut average
  • 67.46% lower than the US average
  • 182nd in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 27 since February last year
  • 12,316th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 636 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 981 since February last year

Average Industrial Electricity Rate for February, 2024

30.77¢ per kWh

  • 31.35% higher than last month
  • 11.94% lower than February last year
  • 2.76% higher than the Connecticut average
  • 212.26% higher than the US average
  • 217th in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 28 since last month
  • The state rank is the same since February last year
  • 26,009th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,251 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 185 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Rate

27.7¢ per kWh

  • 1.24% lower than last month
  • 10.03% higher than February last year
  • 0.17% higher than the Connecticut average
  • 171.48% higher than the US average
  • 190th in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 27 since February last year
  • 24,995th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 851 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 405 since February last year

Average Industrial Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$1,691.58 per month

  • 3.18% higher than last month
  • 33% lower than February last year
  • 62.88% lower than the Connecticut average
  • 94.48% lower than the US average
  • 208th in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank is the same since February last year
  • 4,543rd in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 66 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 397 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Bill

$1,846.21 per month

  • 3.62% lower than last month
  • 0.31% lower than February last year
  • 61.18% lower than the Connecticut average
  • 94.58% lower than the US average
  • 208th in the state out of 217 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 5 since February last year
  • 2,334th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 65 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 330 since February last year

Torrington, CT Electricity Overview

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Torrington's average residential electricity rate per kilowatt hour is 25.65 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 12.13% lower than Connecticut's average price of 29.19 cents, resulting in the city ranking 72nd out of 219 cities in Connecticut for best average electricity price. The city is ranked 30th in Connecticut in total electricity generated from power plants within its borders, with 501 megawatt hours produced. Eversource Energy is the largest electricity provider in the city based on total residential customers.

As the 19th worst ranked city out of 219 cities in the state, Torrington emits 71,569,203.98 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use. This total also equates to a ranking of 21st worst in Connecticut for emissions per citizen. Around 100.00% of electricity in Torrington comes from generation using Kerosene. There are 2 power producing plants in Torrington, which is the 10th highest number of power plants in a city in the state.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Torrington

Torrington residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.399/kWh$0.181/kWh$259.57/mo.$105.78/mo.
12th30.59¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Torrington
42nd$198.49Average residential monthly electricity bill for Torrington Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Torrington, Connecticut

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Ambit EnergyENERGY9.7266.08140,78913,685,000
Atlantic EnergyENERGY
Choice EnergyENERGY15.0424.582,128320,000
Clearview ElectricENERGY9.119.24565,100
Direct EnergyENERGY10.3676.78224,40623,254,600

Zips with electric coverage in Torrington, Connecticut include: 06790, 06759, 06791

Oakville CDP, CT Electricity Overview

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Oakville CDP's average residential electricity rate per kilowatt hour is 25.65 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 12.13% lower than Connecticut's average price of 29.19 cents, resulting in the city ranking 34th out of 219 cities in Connecticut for best average electricity price. Eversource Energy sells an estimated 8,121.96 megawatt hours in the city each year, which is more than all other suppliers.

As the 39th worst ranked city out of 219 cities in the state, Oakville CDP emits 19,044,290.05 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use. Averaging 2,003.19 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 171st worst in Connecticut for emissions per capita. Electricity companies who provide service in Oakville CDP have to rely on electricity produced in neighboring communities and rural areas, since no electricity production occurs in the city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Oakville CDP

Oakville CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.399/kWh$0.181/kWh$259.57/mo.$105.78/mo.
12th30.59¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Oakville CDP
42nd$198.49Average residential monthly electricity bill for Oakville CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Oakville CDP, Connecticut

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Ambit EnergyENERGY9.7266.08140,78913,685,000
Atlantic EnergyENERGY
Choice EnergyENERGY15.0424.582,128320,000
Clearview ElectricENERGY9.119.24565,100
Direct EnergyENERGY10.3676.78224,40623,254,600

Zips with electric coverage in Oakville CDP, Connecticut include: 06708, 06795, 06779

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New Milford CDP, CT Electricity Overview

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New Milford CDP's average residential electricity rate per kilowatt hour is 25.65 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 12.13% lower than Connecticut's average price of 29.19 cents, resulting in the city ranking 72nd out of 219 cities in Connecticut for best average electricity price. Eversource Energy sells an estimated 8,443.23 megawatt hours in the city each year, which is more than all other suppliers.

As the 52nd worst ranked city out of 219 cities in the state, New Milford CDP emits 14,044,337.6 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use. Averaging 2,003.19 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 171st worst in Connecticut for emissions per capita. Electricity companies who provide service in New Milford CDP have to rely on electricity produced in neighboring communities and rural areas, since no electricity production occurs in the city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in New Milford CDP

New Milford CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.399/kWh$0.181/kWh$259.57/mo.$105.78/mo.
12th30.59¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of New Milford CDP
42nd$198.49Average residential monthly electricity bill for New Milford CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in New Milford CDP, Connecticut

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Ambit EnergyENERGY9.7266.08140,78913,685,000
Atlantic EnergyENERGY
Choice EnergyENERGY15.0424.582,128320,000
Clearview ElectricENERGY9.119.24565,100
Direct EnergyENERGY10.3676.78224,40623,254,600

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Electricity Production in Litchfield County, Connecticut

Power Plants in Litchfield County, Connecticut

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Kimberly Clark-Unit 1,2,3Kimberly-Clark Corporation (100.00%)
Litchfield County CT Natural Gas 234,60461,172,343.4260.75
Falls VillageFirstLight Hydro Generating Company (100.00%)
Falls Village CDP CT Conventional Hydroelectric 36,345
Bulls BridgeFirstLight Hydro Generating Company (100.00%)
Litchfield County CT Conventional Hydroelectric 33,552
Wind Colebrook SouthWind Colebrook South (100.00%)
Litchfield County CT Wind 9,341
New Milford Gas RecoveryWM Renewable Energy LLC (100.00%)
Litchfield County CT Landfill Gas 5,7083,745,603.38656.2
Rocky River (CT)FirstLight Hydro Generating Company (100.00%)
Litchfield County CT Conventional Hydroelectric 5,638
Litchfield County CT Solar 3,493
Canis Minor Solar FarmLSE Canis Minor LLC (100.00%)
Litchfield County CT Solar 1,840
Franklin DriveConnecticut Jet Power LLC (100.00%)
Torrington CT Kerosene 319457,366.41,433.75
Torrington TerminalConnecticut Jet Power LLC (100.00%)
Torrington CT Kerosene 182240,489.61,321.37

Litchfield County, Connecticut Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Litchfield County has 10 power plants, which is 260th most in the nation. Natural Gas is the primary fuel in Litchfield County, with 70.87% of electricity production coming from the fuel source. Conventional Hydroelectric and Wind make up 22.82% and 2.82% of production, respectively. Electricity use in Litchfield County results in the release of 346,969,111.27 kilograms of CO2 pollution per year, which is 12th largest amount in the state out of 17 counties. Additionally, the county ranks 16th highest in Connecticut in emissions per capita, which could be argued to be the more important metric.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
70.87%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
22.82%
WIND
Wind
2.82%
LANDFILL GAS
Landfill Gas
1.72%
SOLAR
Solar
1.61%
OTHER
Other
0.15%

Litchfield County, Connecticut Net Metering

Of the 20 electricity suppliers in Litchfield County, only one of them report that they offer net metering crediting. Regulations put in place at the state level are highly favorable for consumers interested in installing solar or other alternative electricity generation sources.

Energy Loss

The 2 companies in Litchfield County who report energy loss statistics had an average of 2.43% of energy generated lost due to heat dissipation or other causes during transmission. With a United States average energy loss of 2.87%, Litchfield County is ranked as the 231st best county in the country for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Litchfield County:

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest supplier in Litchfield County, Connecticut?

The largest electricity supplier in Litchfield County, Connecticut by megawatt hours sold is Eversource Energy.

How many power plants are in Litchfield County, Connecticut?

There are 10 power plants in Litchfield County, Connecticut

How many electric companies offer service in Litchfield County, Connecticut?

Litchfield County, Connecticut has 20 electricity providers serving customers in the area.

What electricity companies offer service in Litchfield County, Connecticut?

Ginalyn Gelera
Last Reviewed By: Ginalyn Gelera
Published: 2024-03-12